Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday, 1 September welcomed India's real GDP growth of 7.8 per cent in the first quarter of the 2026–27 financial year (Q1 FY27, April–June 2026), calling it a marker of the country's economic progress under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Fadnavis Hails the GDP Figure

Chief Minister Fadnavis, reacting on social media platform X, wrote: 'Yehi hai right choice, Bharat! Let's keep going the same way, same direction. 7.8 per cent growth in such times prove our potential and possibilities as a Nation with PM @narendramodi's leadership! Congratulations Bharat!' The post reflected the ruling coalition's enthusiasm over a growth number that arrives amid a challenging global economic environment.

Shinde Links Growth to Viksit Bharat 2047

Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, speaking to reporters, framed the 7.8 per cent expansion as evidence of India's economic resilience at a time when several nations are grappling with geopolitical conflict and its economic fallout. 'This reflects economic progress and stability; this marks another key step toward achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047,' Shinde said.

He expressed confidence that India is moving steadily toward becoming an economic superpower and achieving its target of a $5 trillion economy, assuring that the Maharashtra government would contribute significantly to that journey.

Global Backdrop and India's Contrast

Shinde highlighted the adverse international context, noting that ongoing wars and geopolitical tensions have weighed on multiple world economies. 'In contrast, India's 7.8 per cent growth rate presents a highly promising picture and signals the nation's rising economic strength,' he said. This comes amid broader concerns about slowing growth in major Western and Asian economies, making India's Q1 FY27 number stand out in comparative terms.

Political Dimension

Deputy CM Shinde also took aim at opposition parties, criticising what he described as a negative stance on national progress driven by political bias. He argued that Prime Minister Modi's appeals are consistently oriented toward national interest and growth, but are often viewed through a narrow political lens by critics. 'Instead of questioning progress, everyone should contribute toward accelerating development,' Shinde added. He asserted that India's economic strides are a matter of pride for all 140 crore citizens.

Maharashtra's Commitment to National Targets

Reaffirming the state's role, Shinde said Maharashtra will fully cooperate with the Central government to reach the $5 trillion target and realise the Viksit Bharat 2047 roadmap. With Maharashtra being India's largest state economy by output, its alignment with Central growth priorities carries significant weight for aggregate national targets. How quickly the broader economic momentum translates into job creation and household income growth will be the defining test of these numbers in the quarters ahead.